Bachelor of Arts: Admission Requirements

The Urban Studies program admits majors for every quarter except Summer. Please note the priority application dates at right. Complete applications received by the priority application date will be assured of a review; complete applications received after the priority application date will be reviewed on a space-available basis.

All students who have completed Urban Studies admission requirements listed in the chart below with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 and at least 40 credits will be considered for admission. Applicants are also required to submit the following:

• Personal Goal Statement
  A one- to two-page personal statement is required with the application. The personal statement should address your motivation for pursuing an Urban Studies degree, address how the degree can blend your educational and career goals, list involvement in community-based activities and personal/professional accomplishments, describe personal strengths and experiences that support your interest and commitment for the degree. This is also where you should address any weaknesses on transcripts or explain adversity experienced that affected previous academic performance.

  The statement must include your name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address. It should also indicate the desired quarter of admission. The personal statement is an important part of your application and will be used to assess your qualifications and fit within the program.

• Transcripts
  Two official copies of transcripts from each college and university ever attended, even if no credit was earned. Failure to disclose and submit transcripts may result in denial of admission or dismissal from the University.

  If you took foreign language or intermediate algebra in high school and are using that to fulfill the foreign language or math requirement, you must submit one official high school transcript as well. High school transcripts are not required if you met the language or math requirement in college.

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